Beginning in the Fall of 2020, Albertus Magnus College announced two new degree programs; a Bachelor of Arts & Bachelor of Fine Arts in Game and Computer Arts. These majors focus on visual and interactive art-making, using primarily digital tools. The degree programs introduce you to game-making as an interactive art form with an emphasis on 2D/3D design, multi-media digital asset creation, and creative coding, setting it apart from concentrations already offered.
Albertus’ tight-knit campus culture has quickly adapted to social-distancing with a student-run E-sports club. “The E-sports club gives you the opportunity to connect with friends on campus and experience the community-driven and competitive side of gaming” says staff club advisor Jeremy Peterson.
Graduating students will have the skills to enter into a career in programming, design, and video/audio production. The workforce is rapidly changing, where you must have robust cultural literacy, excellent communication, and flexibility to adapt to an ever-changing technological and global landscape.
Students pursue “coursework in a traditional and new media art production coupled with a practicum in a relevant field…developing the skills to establish themselves in their field of study” states Professor Jerry Nevins, Chair for the Department of Visual and Performing Arts.
So, what kind of jobs can I find with a Game and Computer Arts degree? Some career paths are:
Graphics Programmer
User Interface Programmer
Art Director
3D Modeler
Character Designer
Animator
Quality Assurance Tester
Video/Audio Producer
Graphic Designer
Applications Developer
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